Sans Superellipse Ibbes 12 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Akko', 'Akko Paneuropean', 'Frutiger', 'Neue Frutiger', 'Neue Frutiger Cyrillic', and 'Neue Frutiger Paneuropean' by Linotype and 'Paradroid' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, confident, friendly, punchy, modern, sporty, impact, approachability, modernity, solidity, rounded, compact, blocky, geometric, high-impact.
A heavy, rounded sans with broad, superellipse-like curves and squared-off terminals. Counters are relatively small and apertures are somewhat closed, giving the letters a dense, high-ink presence. The construction reads geometric and sturdy, with consistent stroke weight, soft corners, and a compact rhythm that holds together well at large sizes. Figures are similarly chunky and simplified, matching the overall rounded-rectangle logic.
Best suited to display typography where strong presence is needed: headlines, posters, retail and event signage, packaging, and bold brand wordmarks. It can also work for short UI labels or calls-to-action when you want a compact, friendly emphasis, though the dense counters suggest avoiding long text at small sizes.
The tone is bold and approachable—assertive without feeling sharp or aggressive. Its rounded geometry and compact shapes suggest a contemporary, energetic voice suited to attention-grabbing messaging.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact with a soft, modern geometry—combining dense, sturdy letterforms with rounded corners to keep the voice approachable and contemporary.
Diagonal forms (like in V, W, X, and Y) keep the same blunt, softened edges as the verticals, reinforcing a cohesive, monoline feel. The lowercase shows single-storey shapes (notably a and g) and short, sturdy extenders, emphasizing clarity and impact over delicacy.